Science Writing Fellow, Quanta Magazine

Quanta Magazine

New York City, NY, USA
Base: $29 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benefit...
Strong interest in science reporting
Experience with research and fact checking
Ability to collaborate with production teams
Quanta Magazine is looking for an early-career science journalist for its summer/fall 2026 writing fellowship

Job Summary

  • Quanta Magazine is looking for an early-career science journalist for its summer/fall 2026 writing fellowship.
  • This full-time paid fellowship will take place in-person between July and December at the Simons Foundation offices in New York City.
  • The fellow should leave Quanta with a strong understanding of the best practices in science journalism.

Matching Summary

Quanta Magazine is looking for an early-career science journalist for its summer/fall 2026 writing fellowship.

Salary

Base: $29 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong interest in science reporting
  • Experience with research and fact checking
  • Ability to collaborate with production teams

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with digital media practices
  • Engagement with audience through social media
  • Creative content development skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Background in physics, mathematics, biology or computer science
  • Familiarity with journalistic style and standards

Work Rights

Not specified

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